SEN Assistant Head Teacher

Wellbrook School; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A new special school in Manchester is seeking a dedicated Assistant Headteacher with teaching responsibilities. This role offers the opportunity to lead and shape the school's direction while making a significant impact on students' lives. Candidates should have a teaching background, preferably with experience in special education. Benefits include casual dress, free onsite parking, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Casual dress

Free onsite parking

Staff laptop

Regular supportive supervision

Company events

Referral program

Qualifications

• Experience in a teaching role, ideally within special education.
• Leadership experience in an educational setting.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Shape the direction of the new special school.
• Make a significant impact on students' lives.
• Provide leadership to the school community.

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Headteacher with Teaching Responsibilities

School: Clearbrook School

Location: Northenden, Manchester

Type: Full-time (Mon-Fri)

Pay: £40,000 to £45,000 (depending on experience)

Start Date: January 2025

Situated in Northenden, Manchester, Clearbrook School is eagerly looking forward to opening its doors in Easter 2026.

We are proud to introduce ourselves as a new special school, part of The Wellbrook School in Derbyshire. Our provision is designed to support up to 20 young people aged 9 to 16 with Autism and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

We are seeking a dedicated Assistant Headteacher to become a key part of the leadership team. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our school community, shaping its direction and positively influencing the lives of our students and those who support them. This is an extraordinary chance to join us on our journey as we embark on this new venture, and to truly make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Free onsite parking
• Staff laptop
• Regular supportive supervision
• Company events
• Referral program

If you are excited about the opportunity to shape and lead a new school and you are enthusiastic about making a real difference, we encourage you to apply.

We look forward to welcoming you to our team at Clearbrook School.

Application Deadline: 01/09/2025

Note: We recommend applying earlier as we review applications as they are received and therefore may close the vacancy if filled before the advertised closing date.

Clearbrook School is committed to promoting diversity and equal opportunities within the workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Clearbrook School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974).

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including ID, checks with past employers, social media checks and enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) including Children’s Barred List check.